Mukbang: A Reflection of a Lonely Generation?

In this article, Stephanie explores the glorious world of mukbang videos on YouTube and challenges us to think about the implications of these videos.

The Mexican All-Women Labor Strike #UnDiaSinNosotras

Mexican women’s groups unite to protest for better rights with a labor strike which aims to simulate the disappearance of all women on Monday the 9th of March.

What’s the name of the game? Disney’s emerging monopoly

As Disney’s CEO, Bob Iger, is leaving the famous entertainment company, Rita took the opportunity and looked more closely into the actual power Disney holds in the industry.

Fake News and the Coronavirus: How the Media verbalize Xenophobia in the New Decade

As the Coronavirus spreads so do the misinformation and fake news that lead to xenophobia around the globe. Stephanie writes about her own experience as an Asian student abroad.

Becoming Your Own Life Coach – Living an Enriched Life

The series of Becoming Your Own Life Coach reaches its second chapter. Andrada reflects on the applied knowledge of the first book of the series and reviews a second one.

Vegan for a month: a new veganning or a big missed-steak?

Dry-January not quite your thing? Maybe give veganism a go. Gabby explores veganism for herself, and leaves us with some tasty tips!

Hoe ik een maand mijn smartphone opgaf

Geen smartphone voor een maand: hoe kan dat tegenwoordig? Jade ging deze uitdaging aan en vertelt waarom iedereen het een keertje moet proberen.

What some people don’t get about this year’s Oscars controversy… Again

A critical analysis of why The Oscars, as the most prominent awards of the film industry, are not up to date with diversity and its importance.

A Cautionary Tale Gone Wrong: When Screens Meet Teens

Emma writes about why everything goes badly wrong with popular teen shows these days.

The Curses of Information Overload: A Letter From the Editor-In-Chief

Do you feel like you’re being wasteful when taking a break? Dalis describes how one book on media massively reduced stress in her daily life.

What I have learned in 2019: it is okay to open up

As 2019 draws to an end, Margarete Schweinitz takes a look at the valuable lessons she learned this year.

The Power of Conversations

Face-to-face communication in the digital age: Have we forgotten how to do it? Margarete tells us how to navigate a real-life conversation.

Wear the change you want to see

“But it’s such a good deal!” – an argument we all make when buying cheap, poor quality clothes we don’t actually need. This article discusses the reality of fast fashion, and its impact on the world.

Why is voting so important? A 20-year old’s experience as a first-time voter

Our writer Andrada reflects on the elections from her home country and how the media is playing an enormous part on what seems to be an unfair race.

How’s that actors and characters are not the same person (but people don’t get it)

Have you ever felt as if the person who got you best wasn’t your best friend, or one of your family members, but rather your favorite actor, singer or movie character? Has it ever happened to you? Yeah, I thought so. But don’t worry, you’re not the only one.

Cecilia Begal

November 15, 2019

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